By Joy Yesufu with Agency report
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Lagos State has urged reinstated Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, to remain in the party and focus on rebuilding the state after months of political turmoil.
Speaking in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria on Thursday, PDP Vice-Chairman (Lagos Central), Hakeem Olalemi, appealed to Fubara to “be courageous” and not abandon the platform that brought him to power.
“The governor should not muster any fear. The deed has been done. He should continue strong and be faithful in doing what is expected of him as governor.
“Fubara must make Rivers great again. He should nurture the PDP into a bigger platform and ensure it becomes stronger in the state and region,” Olalemi said.
Olalemi also called on political actors in the state to put aside personal interests and prioritise peace, urging both the executive and legislature to work in harmony for the benefit of citizens.
He further advised the 27 lawmakers who defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the height of the crisis to retrace their steps and return to the PDP.
President Bola Tinubu had in March declared a six-month emergency rule in Rivers following a fierce power tussle between Fubara and his predecessor, now FCT Minister Nyesom Wike.
The governor, his deputy, Prof. Ngozi Odu, and members of the state assembly were suspended, while retired Vice Admiral Ibok-Ete Ibas was appointed sole administrator.
On Wednesday, Tinubu lifted the emergency rule, directing all elected officials to resume duties. Fubara, his deputy, and the lawmakers returned to office on Thursday.
